Wednesday, May 2, 2007

15 Ideas for the perfect officewear

Look for more tapered suits with generally relaxed silhouettes
Suit coats and blazers are still predominantly made of wool and other natural fabrics, with blends of stretch and body-hugging materials such as lycra and Tencel, in order to give them a more modern look and feel.

Don't hesitate to purchase solid pattern suits because they will always remain classics. Keep an eye out for pinstripe and windowpane patterns because they're all the rage this season.


  • Pay attention to colour combination; we recommend fluorescent colours - purple, pink, fuchsia, and light greens.

  • If you don't want to follow the existing colour code, stick to conservative colors. Great, versatile colours that always remain classics are medium to dark neutrals such as charcoal, black and navy, as well as earthy shades like rust and olive.

  • Go for longer, leaner jacket with softer and less constructed shoulders. Jackets also sport a higher button stance, narrower notched lapels and flap pockets.

  • Also, look for jackets, featuring minimal lining and patch pockets, which when, combined with sportier pants, give you a more relaxed appearance.

  • Separates are also gaining popularity because of their extreme versatility. Separates aren't exactly complete suits, but rather the combination of a pair of dressy pants with a matching blazer, making for a sportier look. One can wear them occasionally to freshen their style and wardrobe, with a whole new casual yet elegant look.

  • Wearing casual and dressy articles together is also gaining a lot of popularity at workplaces. Instead of wearing the more conventional tie and shirt, try pairing up your suits with fine-gauge knits.

  • Stylish V-necks, crew necks and turtlenecks will all look great under a sassy suit.
    Although pleats seem to be making a slow comeback, slimmed-down, cuffless flat fronts are still the norm this season.

  • Spread collar shirts are still highly fashionable, yet collars are now trimmer than they used to be in the past.

  • "In" ties are skinnier than those we were accustomed to seeing for the past few years. Opt for shiny silks, as well as ties with a matte finish.

  • This season's dressy shoes are wide and square at the tips, for both lace-ups and loafers.
    Rubber and wedge-shaped soles are also part of the newest trend in footwear for men -- a good thing, as these are more comfortable than traditional heels.

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